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How do I take a timed photo? I'm using this camera for the first time with no instructions. How do I use the timer? Canon Power shot A640

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Press "Func Set". Scroll up or down to "Drive Mode". Scroll to the right to the icon showing "10" for 10 seconds (the other is 2 seconds). Press "Func Set again. \015\012\015\012Put the camera on a table or chair. Press the shutter, and get in the picture!

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